Tell Me What You Need - WMV

A Lack of Data Quality

This Friday's poll examines a situation straight out of Office Space.

Katmai Delayed

SQL Server 2008, Katmai, apparently won't ship in Q2. Looks like a Q3 possibility now.

The CLR in SQL Server 2005

Updated: Jan 2008. One of the big changes in SQL Server 2005 is the integration of the CLR into the relational engine itself. This is probably the biggest reason for the delays in completing the product and it is a controversial decision. Steve Jones spends a few minutes looking at the pros and cons of having the CLR integrated and possible implications for DBAs.

The End of Estimation

How interesting would it be to not have to guesstimate what size server to buy for your next application? Steve Jones may have found a way to help you.

A Lack of Data Quality - iPod

This Friday's poll examines a situation straight out of Office Space.

A Lack of Data Quality - MP3

This Friday's poll examines a situation straight out of Office Space.

A Lack of Data Quality - WMV

This Friday's poll examines a situation straight out of Office Space.

The In-House Expert

Are specialists worth keeping inside of a company? Or does it pay to hire generalists and then get consultants as needed? Steve Jones comments on the choices you might face as your career grows.

The End of Estimation - iPod

How interesting would it be to not have to guesstimate what size server to buy for your next application? Steve Jones may have found a way to help you.